How Much Do Kitchen Fitters Charge? (UK)
Kitchen fitting labour is a big part of any new kitchen budget, and how it is priced varies. In 2026, kitchen fitters in the UK charge a day rate of £150-£250, with fitting labour for a standard kitchen at £1,000-£3,000 and £3,000-£5,000+ for larger or complex jobs. Some quote £70-£120 per unit instead. Price depends on the size of the kitchen and which trades are included. This guide breaks it down and shows how to compare fitter quotes.
Kitchen Fitter Charges by Job and Pricing Method
Kitchen fitters price either by the day or by the unit, and the total depends on the size of the kitchen and which trades are wrapped in. Worktops in stone and specialist trades are usually separate. Here is the 2026 ladder.
Day rate
£150-£250/day. Most kitchen fitters price by the day. A standard kitchen takes roughly 5-10 days to fit.
Fitting labour, standard kitchen
£1,000-£3,000. Labour to fit a typical 8-12 unit kitchen you have supplied, excluding stone worktops and specialist trades.
Larger or complex kitchen
£3,000-£5,000+. Bigger kitchens, islands, bespoke units and lots of appliances take longer and cost more in labour.
Per unit pricing
£70-£120 per unit. Some fitters quote per cabinet. Handy for comparing, but confirm which worktops, appliances and trades are included.
Worktops fitted
£500-£2,000. Laminate is cheapest; stone or quartz is templated and fitted by a specialist and priced separately.
Trades not included
Plumbing, electrics, gas, tiling and plastering are usually separate. A project-managing fitter can arrange them, which affects the quote.
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